Nephew of Lorenz Funk.
Born in Bad Tölz and raised in nearby Greiling together with his three sisters.
Played as a junior for EC Bad Tölz in the mid 1980s.
Joined BSC Preussen Berlin on the recommendation of his uncle Lorenz Funk.
Eventually became a five time German league champion with Düsseldorfer EG.
Formed a dangerous line there together with Canadians Peter John Lee and Chris Valentine. Scored 656 (253+403) career points in 793 games.
Represented Germany 42 times. Retired in 2001. Became a hockey coach.
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